7214.99.00.60 - Containing by weight less than 0.25 percent of carbon

This HTS classification, 7214.99.00.60, specifically covers bars and rods of iron or nonalloy steel that have undergone initial shaping processes such as forging, hot-rolling, hot-drawing, or hot-extrusion. Crucially, these articles must contain less than 0.25 percent of carbon by weight. This category is designated for products that have not undergone further working beyond these initial shaping steps, although processes like twisting after rolling are permitted.

The distinguishing factor for this category lies solely in its precise carbon content. It differentiates itself from its siblings by the threshold of carbon. Specifically, 7214.99.00.75 covers similar bars and rods with a carbon content of 0.25 percent or more but less than 0.6 percent, while 7214.99.00.90 encompasses those with a carbon content of 0.6 percent or more. Therefore, the defining criterion for classification under 7214.99.00.60 is the strict limitation of carbon to below 0.25 percent.

As this is a leaf node within the HTS structure, there are no further subcategories. Classification under this code is final once the criteria of material (iron or nonalloy steel), form (bars and rods), initial processing (forged, hot-rolled, hot-drawn, or hot-extruded, with optional twisting), and carbon content (less than 0.25 percent by weight) are met. Examples of goods that would fall into this category include certain types of low-carbon steel rods used in manufacturing or construction where specific mechanical properties are not dictated by higher carbon content.